Antique 9ct Gold Bohemian Garnet Brooch Pin Rose Cut Stones Victorian c 1880

A beautiful, sparkling antique gold and Bohemian garnet brooch or pin - unmarked but tests as 9 carat. This is a lovely example of Bohemian garnet jewellery dating from the Victorian perod circa 1880.

The brooch has close set, closed back rose cut garnets on a rose gold mount. At its centre is a raised flower head type motif. The brooch is 1 5/8ths inch long and the long pin fastens securely to a c-shaped catch. It is in very good condition with just one of the tiny stones near the pin hinge having a chipped top, only noticeable when viewed with a loupe. 

The garnets are a lovely rich colour and they catch the light beautifully. Bohemian garnets from the hills north of Prague possibly from Turnov from the mines on the mountain Kozákov.

Please see my other items of vintage and antique jewellery also listed for sale including a Bohemian garnet pendant.